The Vancouver 36, designed by the esteemed naval architect Robert Harris, represents a pinnacle of the "heavy-displacement" philosophy that defined serious offshore cruising in the late 20th century. Born from a lineage that began with the legendary Vancouver 27—a boat famously designed for a couple to sail from British Columbia to New Zealand—the 36-foot iteration was developed to provide more waterline and interior volume without sacrificing the legendary sea-kindliness of its smaller siblings. Unlike many modern "production" cruisers that prioritize internal volume and dockside entertaining, the Harris Vancouver 36 is built around the requirements of a crew at sea. It features a robust, often overbuilt hull and a cutter rig that allows for versatile sail plans in varying weather conditions. While many Vancouvers were produced by Northshore Yachts in the United Kingdom, the Harris-designed 36 remains a distinct entity, often sought after by purists who value the specific hull lines and balance intended by Robert Harris.
Harris Vancouver 36 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Harris
- Model
- Vancouver 36
- Builder
- Durbeck's Inc./Hidden Harbor Boat Works
- Designer
- Robert Harris
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1977 - 1985
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